Building Operator

OMERS / Oxford Properties Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

OMERS / Oxford Properties Group is seeking a building operations professional in Vancouver to monitor HVAC systems, water treatment, and preventative maintenance within a Class A office/retail complex. The role requires at least one year of technical experience and a 4th Class Power Engineering Certification.

You will manage tenant communications, coordinate with service providers, and drive energy priorities aligned with sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• At least one year of technical and mechanical building operations experience.
• General knowledge and experience operating HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, BAS, FAS and Life Safety Systems in a Class A office/retail complex.
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the day-to-day operations/repairs of the building’s HVAC equipment (including pumps, motors, fans, Variable speed drives, compressors, etc.)
• Life Safety systems, building automation systems and lighting systems
• Water treatment program, regular water tests and addition of chemicals
• Preventative maintenance on all buildings and HVAC equipment including small plumbing repairs and drain clearing
• Timely responses/resolutions of all tenant requests logged through tenant portal, and ensuring there is on-going communication with tenants regarding any mechanical/HVAC issues
• Liaising with service providers and contractors
• Reviewing and monitoring contracted work to ensure everything is being performed in safe manner, as well as compliant with building standards
• Developing energy priorities for building systems to keep in line with Oxford’s sustainability practices and objectives, including daily energy management of HVAC and lighting systems
• General maintenance and other duties as requested

Skills

HVAC operations

Plumbing

Electrical systems

BAS

FAS

Life Safety Systems

Blueprint reading

Education

4th Class Power Engineering Certification

Job description

Choose a workplace that empowers your impact. Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise and passion. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be — and deliver — your best. We are a leading global real estate investor, developer and manager. We combine our capital with our capabilities to create real estate that strengthens economies and communities. By prioritizing people, partnerships and places, we generate meaningful returns for OMERS members, enhance value for our capital partners and create a brighter world for our customers. Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work. Don’t just work anywhere — come build tomorrow together with us.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Monitoring the day-to-day operations/repairs of the building’s HVAC equipment (including pumps, motors, fans, Variable speed drives, compressors, etc.)
• Life Safety systems, building automation systems and lighting systems
• Water treatment program, regular water tests and addition of chemicals
• Preventative maintenance on all buildings and HVAC equipment including small plumbing repairs and drain clearing
• Timely responses/resolutions of all tenant requests logged through tenant portal, and ensuring there is on-going communication with tenants regarding any mechanical/HVAC issues
• Liaising with service providers and contractors
• Reviewing and monitoring contracted work to ensure everything is being performed in safe manner, as well as compliant with building standards
• Developing energy priorities for building systems to keep in line with Oxford’s sustainability practices and objectives, including daily energy management of HVAC and lighting systems
• General maintenance and other duties as requested

Required Skills & Experience

• At least one year of technical and mechanical building operations experience
• General knowledge and experience operating HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, BAS, FAS and Life Safety Systems in a Class A office/retail complex
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Skills in blueprint reading, as applied to technical areas
• A trade certification is an asset
• Exceptional skills in communication, organization, customer service, interpersonal and time management
• The ability to work with minimal supervision
• 8-hour work shift and as-needed basis during weekends
• Able to lift 25lb
• Able to climb and safely use ladders
• Good communication skills and must be a team player
• Recent graduates of the 4th class program who recently acquired the 4th class ticket are encouraged to apply

For this position specifically, the annualized base salary range is $68,000 - $78,000 Plus Bonus. You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award which may include Short-term Incentive, benefits, and/or retirement savings plan – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters. The base salary that is ultimately offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill set.

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Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.

Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the customers we proudly serve.

From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience.

This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.

We’re committed to:

• We are passionate about inclusion and advocate for I&D across our network of employees, members and partners
• We are proud of our commitment to developing a best in class approach to complete wellness for our employees and members
• We invest in our people, providing them with opportunities so they can develop and grow